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Barbados Sugar and Rum

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The Industrial Heritage of Barbados represents the impact of the production of sugar and rum on the landscape.

The 5 selected areas include residences for the landholders and workers (including slaves), mills, factories. They are testimony of the Barbadian ‘Sugar Revolution’ of the 17th century, when large sugarcane plantations were established for more profit but at great social costs.

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Full Name
The Industrial Heritage of Barbados: The Story of Sugar and Rum (ID: 5942)
Country
Barbados
Status
On tentative list 2005 Site history
History of Barbados Sugar and Rum
2005: Added to Tentative List
Added to tentative list
Type
Cultural
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